Face/Off (1997)

Bias Rating

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Viewer Rating

Rating: 8.0

Overview

Sean Archer, a very tough, rugged FBI Agent, is still grieving for his dead son Michael. Archer believes that his son's killer is his sworn enemy and a very powerful criminal, Castor Troy. One day, Archer has finally cor...

Starring Cast

John Travolta • Nicolas Cage • Joan Allen

Where to watch

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Bias Dimensions

Political: Center

Diversity: Low

Overview

Starring Cast

John Travolta • Nicolas Cage • Joan Allen

Where to watch

Prime Video

Apple TV

Google Play

Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...

Leans Right

Primary

Political: CenterConfidence: Medium

The film's core conflict is rooted in apolitical action-thriller tropes of identity, revenge, and justice, and it consciously balances themes of individual heroism and law enforcement with a critical exploration of the ethical ambiguities of extreme government measures.

Diversity: LowConfidence: High

The movie features a traditional casting approach with white male leads and their families, and while some diversity is present in supporting roles, it does not involve explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white characters. The narrative focuses on action and identity without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.

Secondary

LGBTQ: N/AConfidence: High

Face/Off is an action-thriller focused on themes of identity, revenge, and family within a heterosexual context. The film does not feature any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes, resulting in no portrayal to evaluate.

FemPower: NoConfidence: High

The film features female characters like Sasha Hassler, who participates in gunfights, but no female character is depicted defeating one or more male opponents in direct physical combat, such as hand-to-hand or melee weapon engagements. Victories are primarily achieved through firearms.

Gender Swap: NoConfidence: High

Face/Off is an original film with no pre-existing source material, historical figures, or legacy characters. All characters were created for this movie, meaning there is no prior canon against which to assess a gender swap.

Race Swap: NoConfidence: High

Face/Off is an original screenplay, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. The characters' races were established with their creation for this film, meaning there is no prior canon to compare against for a race swap.